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ASA Football Agent - Level 1

ASA Football Agent - Level 1 could be your first step onto a pathway that leads you into an exciting career as a Football Agent.

In April 2015, FIFA de-regulated Football Agent activity and gave Agents the new title of 'Football Intermediaries'. FIFA's changes effectively mean that there are no longer any 'licensed' Football Agents and no barriers to entry (like the FA Exam or the FIFA bond). As a result almost anyone can set themselves up as a Football Agent/Intermediary. Many will see this as an opportunity to break into an industry awash with money.

Taking place in a large function suite over looking the pitch at Molineux Stadium, the home of Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, the seminar will be led by Tony Sharkey, Football Intermediary at Athelite Sports Agency (ASA).

Tony, a successful Football Agent for over 15 years, will provide you with his own personal account of how he started in the business. Tony will be joined by Ryan McKnight. Football executive McKnight has worked with several football clubs including Wolves, Port Vale and Stockport as well as being the former editor of FC Business magazine.

The Level 1 is an intensive two and a half hour seminar. As well as Tony and Ryan providing you with practical tips, advice and guidance and a wealth of insider knowledge to help you get started, there are also three tasks to complete. Topics include:

How to get started

Working with Clubs

Working with Players (including Minors) and their families

Player attributes, strengths and weaknesses

FA Registration process

Football Club Case Study

Q & A

The seminar is suitable for: New Football Intermediaries, Close Relations/Friends of Players, ex Players or Players nearing retirement, Managers, Coaches, Scouts, Lawyers, Solicitors, Recruitment Professionals, Sports Journalists, and Degree Level Students or individuals thinking about a career in the Football Industry.

183 aspiring Football Agents have now completed the Level 1 seminar / webinar and a further 32 have completed the Level 2 workshop held at the following venues: St James' Park, Newcastle Utd FC, Broadhurst Park, FC Utd of Manchester, Elland Road, Leeds United FC, Etihad Stadium, Manchester City FC and Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton Wanderers FC.

Several of those attendees have now registered as Football Intermediaries with the English FA and other FA's around the world and several others are now working in the football business.

ASA Football Agent - Level 1

Places are strictly limited. The last 4 seminars were sold out so please do not delay in booking your place.

Prices

£44 - Early Bird

£59 - General Admission

Tea/coffee and biscuits are included in the ticket price.

Afterwards all delegates will be given access the ASA Football Agent Education & Training Linkedin Group where you can network, read various articles and complete tasks - all relevant to getting started in the football agent business. (Only accessible by those who have attended the Level 1, 2 or 3)

FAQs

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

Over 18's.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Free Parking at Molineux Stadium.

By Rail/Bus:

From Wolverhampton railway/bus stations, follow the Ring Road, walking down the side of the Chubb buildings. Then at the major crossroads you will see Molineux to the left. Read more at http://www.wolves.co.uk/club/about_us/findus.aspx#mqOEGP4U5wSukLjB.99

What do I need for the seminar?

Please have a laptop, ipad or other device to enable you to connect to the internet. Plus notepad and pen.

Are the seminars and workshops accredited?

The seminars and workshops are industry-orientated and as such are not affiliated to any academic body. ASA Football Agent Education & Training is the first (and only) of it's kind in the UK. The information provided is not available in mainstream education.

ASA Football Agent - Level 2 (one day workshop covering all the essentials)

ASA Football Agent - Level 3(one day workshop, building on the key topics covered in Level 1 and 2 plus business development)

The workshops go into more depth and build on the knowledge gained from the Level 1. They cover topics including rules and regulations, administration, legal, marketing, networking, negotiation and working with Clubs/Scouts/Players and with other Football Agents. With guest speakers who work in the football industry, practical examples, Q & A and additional study, the workshops will help you to develop the knowledge and skills required to succeed as a Football Agent.